Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Quick Facts

• Role: Clinical Laboratory Scientist (GS-9/GS-11)

Description

Perform specialized serologic and molecular testing to support clinical diagnosis and research. You will receive, evaluate, and prepare specimens, run molecular, immunologic, and serologic laboratory tests, interpret results, and report unusual findings. You will also conduct quality control and quality assurance, troubleshoot instruments and testing problems, document corrective actions, and help evaluate methods, update procedures, and provide technical training.

Benefits

• Possible student loan repayment (case-by-case)

• Potential service credit for prior qualifying work/active uniformed service (case-by-case)

• May receive salary above the minimum based on superior qualifications or a special government need (hiring manager discretion)

• Emergency essential designation with readiness to report for duty under all circumstances (24/7/365 coverage expectation)

• Federal benefits per NIH benefits program

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National

• Successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, and onboarding/document requirements

• Meet education and qualification requirements for GS-9 or GS-11 (per posting details)

• Ability to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation

• Ability to work with infectious agents (e.g., hepatitis, HIV) and hazardous chemicals (e.g., xylene, formalin) and follow Universal Safety precautions

• Use protective clothing (lab coat, goggles, gloves) in a Biohazard Level 2 facility

• Pass a pre-employment examination

• Meet physical requirements (standing/walking, bending over instruments and microscopes, lifting light-to-moderate items)

• Availability for nights, holidays, rotational shifts, and weekends as needed

• Submit transcripts (unofficial accepted initially; official required for selectees)